July 1, 2026 11:47 AM
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit assumes charge as 51st Vice Chief of Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit on Wednesday assumed charge as the 51st Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS), succeeding Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor, who retired on June 30 after nearly four decades of service in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Prior to his appointment, Air Marshal Dixit served as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) from May 1, 2025, where he played a key role in strengthening tri-service integration and advancing India's joint military capabilities. Announcing his departure from ...